Saul became king not immediately but only after the victory over the Ammonites. From this moment, Samuel relinquishes his duties as the judge of Israel, rebuking the Israelites for their lack of trust...  Read More

God clearly directs the election of Saul to the kingship. On the surface, it may seem like everything happens by chance. First, Saul's father's donkeys are lost. Then, his father sends Saul and a serv...  Read More

Understanding that the Ark of the Covenant, which they had captured from the Israelites, was bringing them calamities, the Philistines sought a way to rid themselves of it. In discussing this plan, th...  Read More

Samuel becomes a prophet of God and a judge in Israel by God's choice. His entire story is full of evident divine providence. Leading his people according to God's plan, He sends them leaders who will...  Read More

Although the birth of Samuel was undoubtedly predestined by God, to fulfill this plan, there needed to be Hannah and her barrenness, her rival Peninnah and her contemptuous attitude towards Hannah, an...  Read More

Ruth 3-4 recounts how Naomi's gentle and wise actions, well-versed in the customs and practices of Israel at the time, combined with Ruth's humble, obedient, and virtuous attitude, led to the best out...  Read More